Your App to the Arizona Outdoors
The Arizona Game and Fish Department’s app, Arizona E-Tag, is available for download from the Apple and Google Play stores. The app allows you to: view your hunting, fishing or combo license, receive electronic tags and tag a harvested animal from the field, and complete the hunter questionnaire.
ACCESS LICENSES IN THE FIELD
One of the benefits of the Arizona E-Tag app is the ability to store and view hunting and fishing licenses. A convenient feature, this can be particularly time-saving in the field if you’re requested to provide verification of a valid license. A free AZGFD portal account is needed in order to sync licenses with the app.
Opt in to E-Tags and electronically tag a harvested animal
After downloading the app, opt-in to receive electronic tags within your AZGFD portal account. Once both processes are complete, you will receive an electronic tag for future big game tag purchases and successful draw applications. Tags drawn or purchased prior to opting-in will not be available electronically. See the FAQs below for information on how to validate the E-Tag upon successful harvest of an animal.
Opting in to receive an electronic tag is not required to participate in the draw process. To opt in or out of the e-tag option, sign in to your portal and navigate to “Manage Your Account.” You can update your e-tag preference there and opt out at any time.
Complete your hunter questionnaire
Complete your hunter questionnaire in app, which makes immediate reporting easy. The information collected from these questionnaires is critical to accurately estimate species harvest, gauge hunter participation, set hunt permit levels and maintain a robust hunt recommendation process.
FAQs
Will I be required to use the Arizona E-Tag app or download it to hunt or fish in Arizona?
If you choose to opt in within your Department portal account to receive an electronic tag, you will be required to use the app. However, opting in and the use of the app is voluntary.
Are electronic tags available for all game species?
Electronic tags are available for all big game species. Over-the-counter tags purchased at Department offices and successfully drawn tags are available as electronic tags. Electronic tags are not available for falconers or sandhill crane hunters.
Can I still buy my hunting or fishing license at other places?
Yes, while the app will make it easier for you to purchase or renew your hunting or fishing license, you can still purchase or renew a license at a license dealer, AZGFD office, or online at azgfd.gov.
What if I’m hunting in an area where I don’t have cell service?
Cell service is not required for some functions such as tagging your animal. In areas without cell coverage, you’ll be able to tag your animal, answer the hunter questionnaire, and access licenses and tags for viewing in the field.
Do I need to affix anything to the animal after I electronically tag it?
Yes, the electronic tagging process will include the attachment of a unique validation code that you will be given through the app after a successful harvest. Cell service will not be necessary to receive the validation code. Hunters can choose a material of their choice, such as flagging or tape, to write the validation code on, and attach to their successful harvest. The attachment of the validation code will be your legal proof of tagging.
Can you ensure my privacy?
Yes, the Arizona E-Tag mobile application meets all data security requirements including encryption of personally identifiable information. Location data is not collected.
Will you send me text messages, emails or push alerts if I get this app?
Users will have the ability to enable or disable alert options with the mobile application.
What if my phone or device dies in the field or is lost?
Just like a paper tag, it is the responsibility of hunters to have whatever tagging process they choose to use (paper or electronic) with them and be operational in the field. Including, ensuring their phone is in their possession and has enough battery life or a power source to charge. However, the duplicate tag process is still available if needed due to losing either your paper tag or electronic device.
Can a guardian tag an animal on behalf of a dependent child through the app?
A parent or guardian is allowed to manage dependent accounts and tag an animal on behalf of a dependent if necessary. Customers wishing to obtain an electronic tag for their dependents must link their dependents to their portal account. It is strongly recommended that parents/guardians select the paper tag option if it is anticipated that the dependent will be hunting with multiple family members.
Dependents must follow the electronic tagging procedures: Prior to entering the field, ensure that your tag is shown in the app. After harvesting your animal, open your app and follow the prompts to complete the tagging process; follow all instructions until a validation code is displayed on screen. Write the validation code on durable material that can be attached to the animal. Attach the validation code to the animal as indicated in the image below. The validation code must remain attached until you reach your final destination.
What about tag transfers, donations and surrenders?
The Department has provided transportation permits through the tag in the past. Will this change?
The app provides instructions on how to create transportation permits.